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Returning to Makhachev vs Volkanovski I (Patreon)

Published:

2023-10-11 16:22:16

Imported:

2026-06

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Alexander Volkanovski Islam Makhachev Jack Slack Breakdown

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In an era of UFC oversaturation, where fewer and fewer fights feel great, the initial meeting between the featherweight and lightweight champs lived up to every expectation and proved to be a battle worthy of two of the finest fighters this sport has yet produced.

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Returning to Makhachev vs Volkanovski I - The Jack Slack Breakdown - The Fight Primer

The glaringly obvious read on the striking of Makhachev versus Volkanovski I is that Alexander Volkanovski relies far too heavily on the shifting right hook when his opponent is a southpaw. The shifting right hook is effective for Volkanovski as it allows him to cover a great deal of distance and places him directly on top of the opponent.